Le Chemin de Compostelle

National Cycle Route 7 (EV 3)

Il s'agit moins d'un itinéraire à vélo que d'un voyage dans le passé, où vous suivez les traces du grand roi viking de Norvège, Olaf II. L'itinéraire vous mène dans la vallée historique de Gudbrandsdalsleden et se termine à la cathédrale de Nidaros à Trondheim, vieille de 1000 ans.

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Quand

June – September

Écrit par

Matthew Tolley

Distance

798 km

Jours

5-13

Point culminant

1193m

Difficulté

5.5/10

Non pavé

<10%

Dénivelé positif total

8247m

Tunnels

In the footsteps of Saint Olav

Saint Olav’s holy shrine in the Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim has been an important pilgrimage site ever since the former Viking king was canonised in 1031 AD. There are several hiking routes stretching over 3000km around Scandinavia that all lead to this one cathedral.

People have walked these routes for centuries but why use foot when you can now cycle! The cycling alternative runs from the Swedish border, past Oslo, and then follows the beautiful Gudbrandsdalen valley, which spans 230 kilometers to Trondheim. Unfortunately, it misses out on some of the more remote hiking parts but does its best to follow the old road used in the Middle Ages. The ride will pass historical and cultural landmarks, and there are medieval farms offering accommodation and unique culinary experiences. If you have an eye for Scandinavian history and culture, this route won’t disappoint.